In the United States, there are over 15,000 hematologists practicing medicine. A hematologist is a licensed physician that specializes in the study of blood, blood-forming organs, and blood disorders in order to diagnose and treat patients with blood-related diseases.
Some types of blood disorders include:
- Sickle Cell;
- Hemophilia;
- Lymphoma;
- Leukemia;
- Thalassemia;
- Myeloperoxidase deficiency;
- Von Willebrand disease;
- Thrombocytopenia;
- Factor V Leiden;
- Antithrombin deficiency; and
- Evans syndrome, among others.
- Medical expenses;
- Pain and suffering;
- Rehabilitation; and
- Lost wages, among others.
In New York State, a patient has two years and six months from the date the malpractice occurred to file a lawsuit. Common medical errors by hematologists include:
- Misreading lab reports;
- Failing to compare old lab reports to new reports;
- Improper treatment;
- Failing to order the proper blood tests;
- Failing to review the lab results in a timely manner;
- Missed or delayed diagnosis;
- Lab work mix-up;
- Failing to follow up, communicate, or request test results.
If you or someone you love has been seriously injured as a result of a healthcare provider’s negligence, it is important to contact an experienced New York personal injury lawyer who can advise you of your legal rights and remedies. The attorneys at Goldberg Sager & Associates are experienced in handling a wide range of personal injury matters and are dedicated to helping clients achieve the best possible outcome for their case. To schedule a free phone consultation, call 718-645-6677.
